Table 2 Participants’ opinions regarding using the "Scissor-Tip-Separator" (N = 44)

1. The function of the "Scissor-Tip-Separator."

High

  1.1 The "Scissor-Tip-Separator" is a device that regulates scissor blade separation and prevents scissor blades from returning to their normal position

4

5

40 (90.9)

  1.2 The "Scissor-Tip-Separator" holds scissor blades to allow steam to reach all surfaces; this can be confirmed by observing that the indicator inserted in the "Scissor-Tip-Separator" turns black in the acceptance zone

4

5

38 (86.4)

  1.3 The "Scissor-Tip-Separator" tip guard protects the scissors' sharp blades from chipping, bending, and deformation

4

5

38(86.4)

2. Usability of the "Scissor-Tip-Separator"

High

  2.1 The V groove fits the scissor blades; it is compatible with different types and sizes of scissors

4

5

36 (81.8)

  2.2 The rectangular box in the middle is appropriate for inserting the scissors from the back toward the front; scissors are easily inserted into the safeguard

4

5

36 (81.8)

  2.3 The scissor shanks can easily be pressed and released from the locking handle. Simultaneously, the "Scissor-Tip-Separator" firmly holds the scissor shanks in the locking handle

4

5

37 (84.1)

  2.4 The U shape of this device makes it easy to grip; it does not slip when surgical scissors are removed from the "Scissor-Tip-Separator."

4

5

37 (84.1)

  2.5 The safeguard and drilled holes allow steam to reach all scissor surfaces easily

4

5

36 (81.8)

3. Safety of the "Scissor-Tip-Separator"

High

  3.1 After steam sterilization, the "Scissor-Tip-Separator" was not melted or adhered to the scissors

4

5

37 (84.1)

  3.2 The "Scissor-Tip-Separator" can be sterilized multiple times under high steam pressure without changing its form or deteriorating

4

5

36 (81.8)

  3.3 The "Scissor-Tip-Separator" can be used to pack scissors for sterilization or release scissors for surgical procedures without injury

4

5

37 (84.1)

Total

High